A Speed Queen washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Speed Queen and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Speed Queen, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Speed Queen Washers Near Kettering
Our data shows 32 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kettering. The rest are spread across Dayton (16), Beavercreek (3), and Miamisburg (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.5 miles from Kettering. No company within 90 miles of Kettering mentions Speed Queen by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kettering. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Speed Queen | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 2.8, 3.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 32 |
First up for Kettering: Sears Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Beavercreek, 4.0 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); City Wide Appliances & More LLc (3.7 miles away, based in Dayton, 4.7 stars from 553 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.5 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.4 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.8 miles away, based in Franklin, 4.4 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Speed Queen Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Speed Queen Washer Repairs Different
Speed Queen top loaders call for HE detergent, and if regular detergent is used, only half the detergent maker's recommended amount should go in. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
A Control Lock feature can disable the control pad, so a lit Control Lock light should be checked before a washer that won't respond is diagnosed further. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
What Speed Queen Says to Check First
- Washer smells. Speed Queen recommends leaving the lid open when the washer isn't in use. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
- Washer won't start / controls not responding. Speed Queen says to confirm Control Lock is off, which is turned off by pressing and holding the Signal key for three seconds. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
Signs Your Speed Queen Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Gets Fixed on a Kettering Washer Call
Keeping a Speed Queen Washer Running
- Clean the filter screens in the fill hoses about every six months. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
- Replace the fill hoses and have a qualified technician do preventive maintenance about every five years. Source: Speed Queen - Quick Start Guide, Topload Washer
Speed Queen Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Speed Queen washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
What Kettering Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Kettering come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Kettering Washer Technician
- How often do you repair Speed Queen washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Speed Queen Washer Repair FAQs: Kettering, OH
Do you work for Speed Queen?
Why does my Speed Queen washer show an error code?
Which Kettering technicians work on Speed Queen?
Why won't my washer spin?
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Also Serving Towns Around Kettering
Live outside Kettering? The same Speed Queen washer repair technicians serve Oakwood. See each town's own washing machine repair listings below.
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Speed Queen washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.